Monthly Archives: February 2013

Brewhouse Theatre, Taunton – Closure Sad for Creatives in Somerset

The curtain falls for the last time at The Brewhouse.

Organisers of The 10 Parishes Festival, based in Wiveliscombe, heard the news of the Brewhouse closure with great sadness. The loss of such a cultural hub in our county town is bound to impact on anyone who is involved with the Creative Industries. The Festival was much enhanced in 2011 when the Brewhouse Theatre brought… Continue Reading »

Focus on…sculptor Melanie Deegan

Sea Horse in the Garden

In the run up to the 10 Parishes Festival, the blog will feature various artists or craftspeople from the 10 Parishes area. Many of them have exhibitions and events throughout the year, so take a look at their websites to find out more – and please Tweet and post on Facebook about them, in celebration… Continue Reading »

Council grant is good news!

Pauline Homeshaw low res

The 10 Parishes Festival has just received news of a welcome £2,000 business grant from Taunton Deane Borough Council. The 10 Parishes Festival, held every two years in and around Wiveliscombe in September, is a major showcase for 100 artists and craftspeople – as well as providing extra trade for local shops and a host… Continue Reading »

Become a Friend of the 10 Parishes Festival

Support the 10 Parishes Festival by becoming a ‘Friend of the Festival’, and receiving the following benefits: Invitations to Private Views, Exhibitions and Art Shows Free entry to Art Gardens organised by the Festival A Friends Social Event Priority Copy of the Festival Guide The knowledge that you will be supporting a community event for the… Continue Reading »